LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 65th Anniversary of H. Russell
Kenyon Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary
of Callicoon, New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and support
the purposeful cause of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and their Ladies
Auxiliaries, recognizing their long and sustained commitment to the
principles of democracy and freedom so revered by this State and Nation;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 65th Anniversary of H. Russell Kenyon Veterans of Foreign
Wars, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary of Callicoon, New York; and
WHEREAS, This most auspicious occasion was observed on Sunday, Decem-
ber 4, 2011, during their Annual Holiday Party event held at Cracolici's
on the Green in Liberty, New York; and
WHEREAS, Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) must be either an
honorably discharged member of the United States Armed Services or be on
active duty; they must have served in a time of war or conflict and have
the appropriate campaign medal; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of
Foreign Wars live by the motto, "honor the dead by helping the living";
they set out to serve the veterans of this country and our communities
in honor of the sacrifices and commitment of every man and woman who has
served in uniform; and
WHEREAS, H. Russell Kenyon VFW, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary
have faithfully served the Callicoon community and its veterans over the
past 65 years, dedicating their purpose to the preservation of the
values and principles of this great republic; and
WHEREAS, H. Russell Kenyon VFW, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary
initiate many activities on behalf of the community, its veterans and
the VFW's national causes, always striving to support educational needs,
as well as social and patriotic values, while maintaining an integral
role in community affairs of concern to veterans and their families; and
WHEREAS, H. Russell Kenyon VFW, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary
are truly noble organizations, accomplishing their mission and perform-
ing good deeds in a spirit of comradeship true to the highest traditions
of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States; and
WHEREAS, Mindful of their proud and honored history, H. Russell Kenyon
VFW, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary may celebrate with just
pride and true honor, its 65th Anniversary of service to its community
and the needs and causes of veterans across New York State and the
Nation; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend the
devoted leadership of H. Russell Kenyon Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post
No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary, both past and present, and the abso-
lute commitment of its many proud members, noting the role played by
this exceptional organization and recognizing the significance of the
contributions and sacrifices of its membership; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 65th Anniversary of H. Russell Kenyon Veterans of
Foreign Wars, Post No. 5808 and its Ladies Auxiliary of Callicoon, New
York, fully confident that the quality and character of life in the
Empire State remains richly endowed and resolutely defended through such
organizations of just cause and good purpose; and be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Art Flynn, Commander, H. Russell Kenyon Veterans of Foreign
Wars, Post No. 5808 and Janet L. Nystrom, President, Ladies Auxiliary.